According to differential association theory, who is more likely to be a delinquent?

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Lea Thornton

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14 August, 12:57

According to differential association theory, who is more likely to be a delinquent?

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The correct answer is: A juvenile whose parents to whom he is really close engage in criminal behavior such as drug abuse.

Explanation:

-The differential association theory is sociological theory that states that all criminal behavior is learned by individuals through the interaction with others.

-Therefore, individuals learn to behave in criminal ways by learning the values, techniques, visions of the world, attitudes and behaviors of those he associates with.

With that in mind, is more likely that a juvenile whose parents engage in criminal behavior, will be a delinquent.